‘Disappointing but predictable’ Hunt fails to cut VAT for hospitality
Amidst cold comfort for struggling businesses, the only major positive point was the Chancellor's decision to make no changes to the rate of alcohol duty.
Game Fair promises to give Perth economy a £5million cash injection
The Scottish Game Fair has long been a platform for conservationists and landowners – but has recently evolved to become a Scottish food and drink showcase.
Recognition for Fiona’s ‘lifetime of commitment’ to Crieff Hydro
Fiona Leckie, head of projects and interiors at the eight-strong Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels, was named as an ‘Unsung Hero’ of the business world.
Nico’s new cocktail bar Somewhere launches itself over the rainbow
This Land of Oz is to be the first in a series of immersive cocktail experiences from the Six by Nico team, featuring eight cocktails, and some ’playful’ food pairings.
Stella Artois invites consumers to power its ‘Perfect Serve’ campaign
Budweiser Brewing Group is incentivising consumers to take part by offering cash back on the price of their pint and a prize draw for a pair of Wimbledon tickets
Six go mad in the SEC – In-Drinks Bartender Competition finalists!
As well as the title, the winner of the competition will be given a prize of £1000, presented by Hoxton Spirits, and a Bartenders Scholarship from HIT Scotland.
There’s a new Address for luxury opened on Glasgow’s Renfield St
This is the first Scottish property and venture outside of Ireland for family-owned Irish hospitality group The Address Collective, and involved a renovation that cost over £9 million.
Kerridge, Handling and O’Hare to star at Aberdeen Signature Food Festival
The fine-dining festival is organised by the JEllie Foundation, an organisation that donates funds to local children’s charities, created by Gillian and Graham Wood of The Chester Hotel.
Highland Park brings in Michael McLellan as brand ambassador
McLellan started his career in some of the most celebrated cocktail bars in Edinburgh, such as The Bon Vivant and Lucky Liquor Co., before moving to Newcastle and eventually down to London.
Holyrood Hotel relaunches under Marriott banner after £10m refurbishment
Sited near the Scottish Parliament, Dynamic Earth and The Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood is described as the ideal base from which to enjoy the capital.
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